Introduction The purpose of our research paper is to discuss the semantics of emergency communications in modern times. Our research specifically focuses on communications between emergency personnel, emergency dispatchers, and first responders during crisis. The main goal is not to examine communications from a historical point of view, but to touch up on the subject of 9/11, since it was such an eye opener for all of us regarding our faults in communications. We believe that this will be an acceptable way to start our paper since it is directed towards emergency communications. On the day that America was attacked by terrorists, it was a disaster for all us, but the information we gained from it was worth at least something. …show more content…
The advantages to this would be that there would be less of a chance that any nodes in the network would be lost, damaged or destroyed. The network and aircraft could operate on it’s own or be used manually if needed. The network of aircraft would be able to travel to other locations that require Internet, faster than one on the ground would. The only cons that we could think of would be the fuel source. Since the aircraft wouldn’t need to be very large, as they are only used to distribute Internet, they probably would not use much fuel in the first place. But to increase the effectiveness of this they could possibly use energy from a built in solar panel. We believe that it would be a plausible goal to one day be able to send a mass email/text message to everyone in a specific vicinity regardless of network provider. If we could do that then we would not need to wait for the news to tell us to evacuate here or seek shelter over there. We could receive a message from risk analysis and security professionals of where the most feasible place to seek assistance would be. This would be based on the type of threat, threat level and where the threat is located whether it be a natural disaster or man-made threat. Commercial Mobile Alert Service Through research I found “Public response to alerts and warnings on mobile devices.” This article confirms what was originally only a suggestion. Using CMAS (Commercial
CTIA – The Wireless Association reports that the number of text messages sent in the US rose from 362.5 billion in 2007 to an astonishing 2.19 trillion in 2012. In light of
The current communication systems between first responders and other emergency officials have many existing problems. The first issue in communication between first responders is the inability to communicate over a completely wireless system. Wireless communication systems allow first responders to communicate, no matter the situation in which they are thrown. Communication through wireless systems are also more efficient, due to the updated technology that is used for wireless systems. First responders are also unable to communicate with exactly who they want,
Timely and accurate information is essential during a terrorist attack and a natural disaster. Therefore, the government must inform the public of all events. However, officials need to be mindful of the information that is released could expose intelligence in an ongoing investigation and put lives at risk. Crisis communication is a fine line of keeping the public informed and placing them harms
With each disaster or incident, interoperability is continuously being seen as an issue amongst first responders. During event of the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, few changes were made to ensure the adequacy of interoperable communications amongst first responders. The September 11th attacks on the World Trade Centers presented the inadequacies that had not been acknowledged in other incidents. This paper will give readers a synopsis of the events that took place of the day of September 11th. Readers will also gain an understanding as to exactly what interoperability and what interoperable communications are. This paper will also explore research conducted by government officials as well as others that investigate events
The attacks of 9/11 in 2001 shed a light on many different weaknesses relevant to the security of the United States regarding communication, and disaster response. On every level of government— federal, state, and local— substandard communication methods contributed to the deaths of nearly 3000 people, as well as the growing number of people dying from illnesses that resulted from participating in the cleanup at Ground Zero. There were many communication challenges faced by agencies tasked with responding to the incident, and particularly in the case of law enforcement, these problems likely resulted in more fatalities than would have occurred had better systems been in place. This paper will discuss the communication problems that
Communication is also very critical in the case of a catastrophic event. Thus, the first respondent need to be a good communicator for communication is an essential part in response to a catastrophic event (Pope, 2005). It is also the responsibility of the first respondent to have a practical plan to implement in case an emergency erupted following the catastrophic event. The aftermath of a catastrophic event is highly unpredictable and emergencies cannot be overlooked. It is, therefore, the
This paper will define the Emergency Communication Policy for Draper City. Being a government entity, Draper City is occasionally required to address community emergencies. Issues that face Draper City include wild fire, flooding, mudslide, earthquake, and civic unrest, to name a few. Draper City does have a volunteer Emergency Preparedness Committee and has established Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) throughout the city and in designated neighborhoods. The Draper City Emergency Operations Procedures manual provides communication guidance and the structure for an emergency response. (“Draper City, UT - Official Website - Emergency Preparedness,” n.d.). However, consideration of what
The Wake Forest Emergency Communications Plan (WFECP) is intended to provide information, strategies and 24-hour radio, telephone, and internet capabilities in the event of a disastrous situation. The WFECP provides clear and concise information as to what types of communication equipment is available, leadership and agency roles and alternative equipment that will be used if primary equipment is overburdened or destroyed. This plan also serves in cooperation with the North Carolina Emergency Communications Plan (ESF-2), and the FEMA’s National Emergency Communications Plan. Properly planned, established, and applied communications enable the dissemination of information among command and support elements and, as appropriate,
The future of Emergency Managers (EM) will be greatly enhanced by seeing more and more people obtaining their bachelors degrees in this field. This is credited to more colleges offering the program, and seeing the need for it in todays ever changeling, and changing environment. Having a BA in EM could also include a chance for promotions, and higher salaries.
Communications and emergency services are both very critical areas of infrastructure in the United States. Everything depends on communication. Without it, very few of the other areas can integrate with other agencies and may even lose the ability to function completely. Although the nation relies heavily on the emergency services sector and I agree that, without the full capabilities of it in play, that it is a vital area, why did you feel that it is necessarily at risk? Do you feel that the risk is solely based on natural disasters or do you think there is a potential of attack towards the emergency services sector? Ebinger believes that a company that is typically very well run financially typically will spend less on terrorism protection
Pro-life and Pro-choice groups, are mainly at odds determining what stage a fetus is considered a human being, there is no wonder that this is an ongoing subject with no middle ground in sight. But, regardless of the various opinions, the patient’s quality of care should not be compromised.
Today’s technology has enabled communication to various parts of the world a 24-hour service, which means that, in any emergency response circumstance, there will always be a continuous claim for information (Haddow & Haddow, 2013).
Emergency Notification Mobile Application. These days, everyone is on the go – including yourself and your employees. This is why your emergency mass notification system must come with a mobile application that will allow you to communicate with your staff wherever you are. Disasters come at the most unexpected times, so there is no guarantee you will be within the company premises when something urgent happens. With a mobile app, you will be able to notify your people with important information, whether you are out surveying the field, or at a dinner meeting with a client.
During emergencies, the importance of our country’s communications systems becomes clear. These communications systems include the wire line and wireless telephone networks, broadcast and cable television, radio, Public Safety Land Mobile Radio, satellite systems and increasingly the Internet. For example, in an emergency, we may dial 911, call our family members to make sure they are safe, and turn on our televisions and radios to get breaking news and important updates (FCC, 2012).
It is imperative that the communication network employed in a disaster-affected area is highly resilient and robust to further damages. The network will be primarily used to communicate to the control rooms to provide and receive regular updates and additional requirements for personnel or machinery and warnings of any imminent dangers. The network would also serve to send warning messages to the people in the affected area.